Evaluating the K–12 Literacy Curriculum

<p>As your school district undertakes the process of evaluating its K–12 reading program literacy curriculum or literacy instructional practices this book will be your go-to resource. Pennell offers a step-by-step guide for educators school leaders or professional learning communities to evaluate high-quality instructional materials and standards-aligned literacy practices. It includes a wealth of tools such as timelines full meeting agendas stakeholder surveys and evaluation rubrics. </p><p>Chapters cover key topics including:</p><ul> <p> </p> <li>Literacy leadership team meetings</li> <p> </p> <li>Reviewing foundational skills</li> <p> </p> <li>Comprehension and vocabulary </li> <p> </p> <li>Evaluating writing</li> <p> </p> <li>Selecting new materials</li> <p> </p> <li>Implementing new literacy materials</li> <p> </p> <li>Supporting educators through instructional coaching and professional learning</li> </ul><p>Pennell provides a straightforward framework for how educators can work together collaboratively to analyze reflect and ultimately evaluate their school district’s literacy program. Each chapter is grounded in salient research on the <i>why</i> of literacy teaching and learning and helps you understand <i>how</i> instruction can be meaningfully aligned with current standards. The research and theory that support effective literacy instruction—including culturally responsive practices—are explained in an accessible and pragmatic manner.</p><p>The practical tools in this book are essential for administrators and educators tasked with evaluating literacy programs and practices as well as graduate students who must learn how to audit a literacy curriculum. Whether you’re a school administrator teacher or reading specialist this book will ensure all your students can reach success in literacy.</p>